Recent Posts by Merlin Varaday

Palate Pleaser: The Parish

A parish is a county. According to co-owner Tobias Hogan, he and his business partner Ethan Powell called their Pearl District Cajun eatery The Parish (231 NW 11th Ave.)  - one of the best places in town to enjoy oysters - because they wanted their guests to feel at home. The pair operate two Cajun…
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Palate Pleaser: Oven and Shaker

  Night out? Dinner (or Happy Hour!) and drinks at Oven and Shaker (1134 NW Everett Street) would be a strong start. Oven and Shaker, a part of Portland’s noteworthy ChefStable restaurant group, specializes in two areas: delicious pizzas pulled out of their wood oven, and original craft cocktails. At the helm is six time…
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Palate Pleaser: Theo’s: Classic American Dining

Sometimes you just want comfort food. And a friendly, casual environment. Theo’s in Old Town Chinatown just might become your new Cheers. The convenient location right on the green and yellow MAX line and tasty, hearty menu might satisfy a craving you didn’t even realize you had. Start with breakfast: Theo’s fully loaded house breakfast…
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Palate Pleaser: Nel Centro

Nel Centro (1408 SW 6th Ave.) is a Portland dining hot spot within convenient proximity to several of Portland’s most beloved cultural attractions. Nel Centro, the restaurant inside the Hotel Modera, features classic dishes from Northern Italy and Southern France. The  cozy modern ambiance and timely, friendly service make it a favorite even in downtown…
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